6m3 Skip Bin Hire in Sydney
A 6m3 skip holds five to six trailer loads and stands taller than the smaller sizes at around 1.3 metres. That height is why the door matters. This is the size most people land on for a full house clear out or a renovation running across several rooms.
| Typical size | 3.7m x 1.6m x 1.3m |
|---|---|
| Range across operators | 3.4-3.7m long, 1.5-1.7m wide, 1.2-1.4m high |
| Trailer loads | 5 to 6 standard 6×4 box trailers |
| Wheelbarrows | about 60 |
| 240L wheelie bins | 24 |
| Wheelbarrow door | Yes |
At 1.3m high the 6m3 is taller than the smaller bins, so the door earns its keep. This is the point where most people stop underestimating how much they are throwing away.
What people use a 6m3 for
- Whole house clear out
- Multi-room renovation
- Bulky furniture and mattresses
- Small commercial clean up
Sounds like the right size? Call and we will confirm it.
Weight is the limit people forget
Six cubic metres of furniture and boxes is fine. Six cubic metres of brick is a different conversation and usually needs a smaller bin swapped more often.
Excess weight is commonly charged between $280 and $440 a tonne across Sydney. The rule is simple: dense material means a smaller bin swapped more often, bulky material means a bigger bin.
Is a 6m3 the right size?
If the job is smaller than you thought, the 4m3 holds 3 to 4 trailer loads and costs less. Do not step down out of optimism, though. A second bin costs far more than one size up.
If you are on the fence, the 8m3 gives you 7 to 8 trailer loads and is the safer choice for anything involving furniture or branches, both of which take up more room than people expect.
| Size | Typical footprint | Trailer loads | Wheelbarrows | 240L bins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m3 | 1.8m x 1.5m x 0.9m | 1 to 2 | about 16 to 20 | 8 |
| 3m3 | 2.5m x 1.5m x 0.95m | 2 to 3 | about 30 | 12 |
| 4m3 | 3.2m x 1.6m x 1.0m | 3 to 4 | about 40 | 16 |
| 6m3 | 3.7m x 1.6m x 1.3m | 5 to 6 | about 60 | 24 |
| 8m3 | 4.0m x 1.6m x 1.6m | 7 to 8 | about 80 | 32 |
| 10m3 | 4.25m x 1.6m x 1.6m | 9 to 10 | 100 to 120 | 40 |
What you can put in the bin
- General household waste
- Green waste and garden clippings
- Furniture and white goods
- Renovation and strip-out waste
- Bricks, concrete and rubble
- Soil and excavation spoil
- Timber, plasterboard and offcuts
- Cardboard and packaging
What we cannot take
- Asbestos in any form
- Paint, solvents and chemicals
- Batteries and gas bottles
- Oils, fuels and liquids
- Food waste
- Medical or clinical waste
- Tyres (by arrangement only)
- Anything classified as hazardous
Asbestos is the one to be careful about. If you are stripping a wet area or a ceiling in anything built before the late 1980s, stop and get it tested before it goes anywhere near a skip. Putting asbestos in a general bin is an offence and it is expensive for everyone involved.
Other sizes and guides
Common questions
How big is a 6m3 skip bin?
Typically 3.7m x 1.6m x 1.3m, though it varies by operator across roughly 3.4-3.7m long, 1.5-1.7m wide, 1.2-1.4m high. It holds about 5 to 6 6×4 trailer loads, about 60 wheelbarrows, or 24 standard 240 litre wheelie bins.
What fits in a 6m3 skip?
It suits a full house clean out, a larger renovation, bulky waste. At 1.3m high the 6m3 is taller than the smaller bins, so the door earns its keep. This is the point where most people stop underestimating how much they are throwing away.
Does the 6m3 have a door?
It comes with a wheelbarrow door, so you can walk material in rather than lifting it over the side.
Can I put soil or concrete in it?
Six cubic metres of furniture and boxes is fine. Six cubic metres of brick is a different conversation and usually needs a smaller bin swapped more often.
Will it fit in my driveway?
You need a flat run of at least 3.7m plus room for the truck to work, and about three metres of overhead clearance for the lifting arms. Power lines, carport roofs and low branches stop more deliveries than narrow driveways do.
How long do I get to keep it?
Seven days as standard across Sydney. Tell us when you book if you need longer and we will arrange it rather than surprise you with a charge.
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